Director of Surgery Services - Cath Lab

Vaughan Regional Medical Center; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL seeks a Director-Surgery to lead ambulatory surgery, OR and PACU. You will guide clinical excellence, staff development, and financial oversight, ensuring top-tier patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes regulatory compliance and collaboration with surgical teams in a high-demand perioperative environment. The position requires ASN with RN licensure and leadership experience, with BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• ASN required for RN licensure in practice state.
• BSN preferred by graduation criteria.
• Current RN license in the practicing state.
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications within required timeframes.
• Minimum three years of leadership experience in surgical/ambulatory settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to surgical services aligning with organizational goals.
• Develop and implement policies to maintain clinical and operational standards.
• Oversee budgeting and resource allocation for the surgery department.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of staff.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission standards.
• Coordinate patient care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.

Skills

Leadership

Perioperative knowledge

EMR proficiency

MS Office proficiency

Strategic planning

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Vaughan Regional Medical Center in Selma, AL, a 175-bed, Joint Commission–accredited community hospital that serves as a critical healthcare hub in the region. Vaughan delivers a full complement of hospital services, including emergency care, to the Black Belt area of southern Alabama. As part of ScionHealth, Vaughan combines system strength with strong local impact so that you can make your mark where your work truly matters.

Job Summary

The Director-Surgery is responsible for the overall management and leadership of surgical services, including Ambulatory Surgery, Operating Room, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The Director ensures optimal patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while maintaining a focus on clinical excellence, staff development, and financial oversight.

Essential Functions

• Provides strategic leadership to the surgical services department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to maintain clinical and operational standards
• Oversees budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation for the surgery department
• Manages staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluation
• Ensures regulatory compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission standards
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to coordinate patient care
• Monitors patient care delivery to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Implements quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency
• Conducts staff meetings and participates in hospital leadership committees
• Responds to emergencies and provides guidance during critical situations

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong clinical knowledge in perioperative nursing and surgical services
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and financial management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to patient-centered care
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity

Education

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice or compact state required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a surgical or ambulatory care setting required
• Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience preferred